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Game #97: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, July 19, 2024, 6:40 p.m. ET. The Pittsburgh Pirates are at home hosting the Philadelphia Phillies tonight at beautiful PNC Park. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. Don’t troll in your comments; create conversation rather than destroying it. Remember Bucs Dugout is basically...
Big East Basketball Hot Seat
This offseason we are continuing to evaluate the job stability of coaches in different conferences. This week, it is time to look at the Big East. The schools in this conference are all basketball-first schools, which can often lead to higher expectations and shorter leashes for coaches. While many coaches are not currently on the hot seat, we could see a few getting warm by the end of the season.
76ers rookie Jared McCain reached out to Patrick Beverley for advice
It's not surprising to hear that an incoming rookie welcomes the guidance of a veteran teammate ahead of their first NBA season. However, Philadelphia 76ers first-round pick Jared McCain is looking to soak in as much knowledge as possible before he suits up for the 2024-25 regular season — even from veterans outside the organization.As Patrick Beverley revealed on the latest episode of the "Pat Bev Pod," McCain sent him a direct message asking for any advice from the 12-year NBA veteran.“Just wanted to reach out and ask for some advice into the NBA… I just want to learn as...
3 76ers takeaways from Summer League win vs. Spurs
In their fourth game of the Las Vegas Summer League, the Philadelphia 76ers faced the San Antonio Spurs. The Summer Sixers rode a rollercoaster up and down with varying leads, finishing the ride with a 96-80 win. After a crunch of games to start their Sin City experience, the 76ers...
Things to do in Philly this weekend – Olivia Rodrigo, Kevin Hart, Pete Davidson take center stage
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- This weekend is packed with star-studded events and activities for all ages across the Delaware Valley. A world tour makes a stop in South Philly. Comedians Kevin Hart and Pete Davidson take over two major casinos in Atlantic City. And Lucy the Elephant's 143rd birthday bash in Margate promises a day of fun activities, from mini golf to a 22-foot water slide.With so many exciting events, this weekend promises to be unforgettable.Olivia Rodrigo at The Wells Fargo CenterPop sensation Olivia Rodrigo is embarking on a world tour with a stop in South Philly along the way. The...
Altice USA to Improve Service for Hamilton and Robbinsville Under Agreement Following Complaints
HAMILTON/ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Hamilton Township and Robbinsville Township are among 14 New Jersey municipalities included in a recent settlement agreement that will see Altice USA, Inc. improve connectivity and customer service across New Jersey. The settlement comes from an investigation launched by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) in 2021 after local officials and state legislators shared concerns from residents regarding the service provided by Altice. Included in the complaints were instances of limited to frequent and lengthy service disruptions, inconsistent connections and fluctuating Internet speeds, long telephone wait times, poor customer service, and an...
Former Eagles great talks offense, season expectations
HERSHEY — They say with age comes wisdom. That bell seems to ring true in Philadelphia. There’s no question the Eagles have major weapons in A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. In fact, they might just be the best wide receiver duo in the NFL. With Brown, 27, and Smith, 25, firepower is as abundant as their youth. Though validation of the Eagles’ fun, young guns also comes from word of mouth from a long-retired veteran as well.
Tolls on 4 bridges in Philadelphia area going up. See how much more you will pay
Delaware drivers navigating through Philadelphia and South Jersey will soon have to pay higher tolls on four bridges in the area, the first increase in 13 years. Starting Sept. 1, passenger vehicle tolls will be $6, up from $5, after a unanimous vote by the Delaware River Port Authority Board on July 17.
Suburban Community Hospital transitions into a micro-hospital — triggering layoffs of registered nurses and staff
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Some registered nurses and other staff at Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton, Pennsylvania, worked their last shift this week as the facility transitions into a smaller micro-hospital dedicated to emergency care.
Eagles Struggles Began Before the Losses Last Season, per Report
Nick Sirianni’s play calling was too conservative last season. The Philadelphia Eagles had one of the remarkable collapses in recent NFL history in 2023. After starting 10-1, they lost five of their last six regular season games and barely put up a fight in a wild card loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
N.J. grooming business owner arrested following dog’s mysterious death and drug discovery
A week after their beloved family pet died at a Gloucester County dog grooming business, a Woodbury Heights family say their grief has turned to anger as they look for answers. The family doesn’t know how Harley, a 3-year-old border collie Australian shepherd mix, died. But, authorities said the proprietor...
NL MVP odds show Bryce Harper has some work to do to catch Shohei Ohtani
New National League Most Valuable Player odds are now out, and Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper is among the names currently in the running after his performance in the first half. He is currently second in the best odds for National League MVP behind Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, who has put together a stellar first campaign in Los Angeles and ahead of Freddie Freeman, Marcell Ozuna and Ketel Marte, who round out the top five rankings.
Israeli flag on Ben Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia replaced after being vandalized
The Israeli flag that hangs on the Ben Franklin Parkway in Center City Philadelphia was vandalized.But it was quickly replaced with a new one.Photos showed the flag spray-painted in red.It's not known what time this happened, but it was discovered on Friday morning.The flag flies in front of the Holocaust memorial.There was no word on who might have vandalized the flag.
Suspect arrested for shooting 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood
The suspect wanted for shooting a 7-month-old baby boy on Thursday night is now behind bars.On Friday night, police confirmed a woman was arrested in connection with the case. She'll be identified once she's formally charged.The gunfire rang out around 5:51 p.m. Thursday on the 4000 block of Meridian Street in the city's Holmesburg section.Video obtained by Action News shows the gunman walking up and opening fire on a baby and his parents outside of a home.The infant was shot in the leg by one of the bullets.When police arrived, they said the baby's parents weren't there. It was a good Samaritan neighbor who took the baby to the hospital."We're very lucky that 7-month-old boy is in stable condition," said Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small.7-month-old boy shot by stray gunfire in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhoodPolice say the parents, who were not hurt in the shooting, don't live in the area and they're not sure why they were in Holmesburg.Neighbors are glad the baby survived."I work with children. I'm a day care teacher, so it hits home," said Bobby DelPiano, of Northeast Philadelphia.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 215-686-TIPS.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Haddon Twp., NJ’s Bricco Coal Fired Pizza Ranked One of America’s Best
A popular Haddon Township, New Jersey pizzeria is holding on to its standing as one of the best in America, making a prestigious list yet again. Bricco Coal Fired Pizza's motto is 'You can't buy happiness, but you can buy pizza, and that's the same thing!'. Sound logic, wouldn't you...
Holy Family University Names Dr. Bindhu Alappat Vice President for Academic Affairs
Bindhu Alappat, an Academic Administrator with 15+ years of experience, joins Holy Family University as Vice President of Academic Affairs. Bindhu Alappat, Ph.D., has been appointed as Holy Family University’s Vice President of Academic Affairs by the University’s President, Anne Prisco. A seasoned Academic Administrator with over 15...
A 20-foot-tall inflatable IUD named Freeda visits City Hall to promote access to birth control
A hard-to-miss demonstration for protecting birth control rights was set up at Philadelphia's City Hall on Friday morning. Nonprofit group Americans for Contraception has been touring a giant inflatable IUD named Freeda (short for Freeda Womb) around the United States to warn about legislation that could threaten contraception access. MORE:...
Getting to know 2025, Villanova Women's Basketball commit, Kennedy Henry
Villanova coach Denise Dillon continues to have a great off season for the Lady Wildcats. Coach Dillon brought many key transfers in to fill the holes that they needed to compete this season and now after a very impressive 2024 class that includes Canadian star Jasmine Basoce. Villanova gets a huge commitment to start their 2025 class in high level four-star guard Kennedy Henry.
Father killed in shooting, attempted carjacking with kids in SUV
TRENTON — A father is dead after a shooting during an attempted carjacking, according to authorities. Several onlookers saw the tragic incident unfold Friday night, according to Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo Onofri. When Trenton police got to the scene near Garfield and Farragut Avenues around 10:20 p.m., they found...
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